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Introduction to Driving
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF DRIVER EDUCATION?
DRIVERS EDUCATIONDesigned to help unlicensed or inexperienced drivers.
Completing the course does not mean the end of your education.
Is being allowed to drive a right or a privilege?
DRIVING IS A PRIVILEGE!!! Driving is a privilege, not a right! A privilege granted to those who meet certain requirements and obligations.
A license can be restricted, suspended, or even revoked for committing various driving offenses.
DRIVING IS A RESPONSIBILITYResponsible for your driving
Financial responsibilities
Maintenance
New JerseyDriver License System
Chapter 1
CARRY THE PROPER PAPER WORK!Special Learners Permit.
Your Parents need to carry their license.
Vehicle Registration
Decal – Must display a decal on the front and rear license plate of the vehicle you are driving. Obtain the decals when you get your permit.
Insurance coverage – As soon as you receive your Special Learners Permit, have your parents notify the insurance company. Make sure you have the proper coverage.
FOR DRIVERS AGES 16 AND UP, MVC OFFERS
A THREE-PHASE PROCESS:Student learner's permit
(minimum six months of supervised driving)
Probationary license (minimum one year of restricted but unsupervised driving)
Basic driver license (must be 18 years old)
THE EARLY BIRD ROADGET A STUDENT LEARNER'S PERMIT
Pass the knowledge test
Enroll in a behind-the-wheel driver training course through a commercial driving
Pass the vision test
Bring in 6 points of identification.
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Continued…
Go to MVC with the behind the wheel instructor for your permit
Present a signed letter with parental or guardian consent
Pay fee
Permits are valid for two years and must be carried when operating a vehicle
PRACTICE SUPERVISED DRIVING FOR AT LEAST SIX MONTHS.
Display a reflectorized decal on each license plate.
No driving after 11:01 p.m. and before 5:00 a.m.
You must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult supervising driver who is at least 21 years of age and who possesses a valid New Jersey driver license and has a minimum of three years driving experience.
Continued… Parent(s), guardian(s) or dependent(s) are
allowed as passengers. A dependent is a permit or probationary driver's child, not siblings
Only one additional passenger is allowed unless accompanied by a parent or guardian
You can't use cell phones, hand held video games or any other hands-free interactive, wireless communication device.
Seat belts must be worn at all times.
GET A PROBATIONARY LICENSE
You must be at least 17 years of age
Complete the supervised driving period
Pass the 6 Point ID Verification
Pass MVC's road test
You must return after one year from date of issue to get a basic driver license.
PRACTICE UNSUPERVISED DRIVING FOR AT LEAST ONE
YEAR.Display a reflectorized decal on
each license, $4 per pair.
No driving after 11:01 p.m. and before 5:00 a.m.
Parent(s), guardian(s) or dependent(s) are allowed as passengers. A dependent is a permit or probationary driver's child, not siblings.
Continued…Only one additional passenger is
allowed unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
You can't use cell phones, hand held video games or any other hands-free interactive, wireless communication device.
Seat belts must be worn at all times.
GET A BASIC DRIVER LICENSE
You must be at least 18 years old.
Complete the unsupervised driving period.
Go to any MVC Agency with your provisional license and other documents to pass the 6 Point ID Verification.
Pay $24 license fee.
FOR DRIVERS AGE 17 OR OLDER, MVC OFFERS
A THREE-PHASE PROCESS:
Examination permit
Probationary license (minimum one year of restricted but unsupervised driving)
Basic driver license (must be 18 years old)
THE YOUNG ADULT ROADGET AN EXAMINATION PERMIT (NOT A
STUDENT PERMIT)
Pass the knowledge test.
Pass the vision test
Pass the 6 Point ID Verification
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Continued…
Pay fee
Must obtain parent or guardian consent if you are under 18 years of age.
Permits are valid for two years and must be carried when operating a vehicle
PRACTICE SUPERVISED DRIVING FOR AT LEAST SIX MONTHS
Display a reflectorized decal on each license plate.
No driving after 11:01 p.m. and before 5:00 a.m.
You must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult supervising driver who is at least 21 years of age and who possesses a valid New Jersey driver license and has a minimum of three years driving experience.
Continued…Parent(s), guardian(s) or dependent(s) are
allowed as passengers. A dependent is a permit or probationary driver's child, not siblings
Only one additional passenger is allowed unless accompanied by a parent or guardian
You can't use cell phones, hand held video games or any other hands-free interactive, wireless communication device
Seat belts must be worn at all times
GET A PROBATIONARY LICENSE
Complete the supervised driving period
Pass MVC's road test
PRACTICE UNSUPERVISED DRIVING FOR AT LEAST ONE
YEAR
Display a reflectorized decal on each license, $4 per pair.
No driving after 11:01 p.m. and before 5:00 a.m.
Parent(s), guardian(s) or dependant(s) are allowed as passengers. A dependant is a permit or probationary driver's child, not siblings
Continued…
Only one additional passenger is allowed unless accompanied by a parent or guardian
You can't use cell phones, hand held video games or any other hands-free interactive, wireless communication device
Seat belts must be worn at all times
GET A BASIC DRIVER LICENSE
You must be at least 18 years old
Complete the unsupervised driving period
Go to any MVC Agency with your provisional license and other documents to pass the 6 Point ID Verification
Pay $24 license fee
FOR DRIVERS AGES 21 AND UP, MVC OFFERS
A THREE PHASE PROCESS:
Examination permit
Probationary license (minimum one year of restricted but unsupervised driving)
Basic driver license
THE ADULT ROADGET AN EXAMINATION PERMIT
Pass the knowledge test.
Pass the vision test.
Pass 6 Point ID and Address Verification
Pay fee.Pg 19
PRACTICE SUPERVISED DRIVING FOR AT LEAST THREE MONTHS
You must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult supervising driver who is at least 21 years of age and who possesses a valid New Jersey driver license and has a minimum of three years driving experience
You can't use cell phones, hand held video games or any other hands-free interactive, wireless communication device
Seat belts must be worn at all times
GET A PROBATIONARY LICENSE
You must complete the supervised driving period
Pass MVC's road test
PRACTICE UNSUPERVISED DRIVING FOR AT LEAST ONE YEAR
You can't use cell phones, hand held video games or any other hands-free interactive, wireless communication device
Seat belts must be worn at all times
GET A BASIC DRIVER LICENSE
You must complete the unsupervised driving period
Go to any MVC Agency with your provisional license and other documents to pass the 6 Point ID Verification
Pay $24 license fee
GDL DRIVER EXEMPTIONSExemptions to the hours rule for permit and probationary drivers
under 21 years:
Motorist must carry a legible certification to indicate this need from his/her employer or religious official on the official letterhead of the business, organization, or religious institution, with a signature of the certifying official and his/her name, title, address, and phone number. Pg 21
FOLLOW GDL RESTRICTIONS
Failure to do so may result in a fine of $100 or a possible suspension of a motorist’s driving priviledge.
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Requirements:
At least one primary document
At least one secondary document
Verifiable social security number
Proof of address
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Chapter 2
New JerseyDriver Testing
Test Requirements Screening Test Minimum Requirements
Eyesight
Written
Health
Basic license applicants: 20/50 vision with or without corrective lenses. For sight in one eye only, that eye must meet the 20/50 rule and the applicant must have documentation signed by a licensed physician.
80 Percent, or 40 of the 50 questions, must have correct answers
Inform examiner of health problems.
ROAD TEST
You must demonstrate an understanding of safe driving.
You may schedule your initial road test online. A safety specialist will accompany you while driving in an off-road testing area or on a public road courseThe test will take approximately 10 to 15 minutes
What skills are tested? Driving in reverse
Stopping at appropriate signs Nearing corners or intersections
Stopping smoothly Sitting properly Turning around Steering properly Parallel parking Yielding to right-of-way
What to bring to a road test The same identification you
used to obtain a permit. (6 Pts. ID & Address Verification) Valid examination permit An accompanying licensed driver License plate decals.
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Don’t forget A registered vehicle with current inspection sticker and insurance card. Vehicle cannot have a center console unless the emergency brake is accessible from the passenger seat. Examiner must be able to reach either the foot brake or parking brake. Rental cars are only acceptable if the driver taking the test is included on the rental contract as an additional driver and is of contract age. Rental of a driving school auto is permitted.
The examiner will give you an authorization slip in addition to your permit to get your license at an MVC Agency.
When you pass the road test.
What if you fail the road test?
•You must wait at least two weeks before taking the test again.
•If you fail more than twice, MVC may require you to wait six months before taking the road test again.
Possible reasons why your vehicle will cause you to fail.
It is deemed unsafe or unsuitable for a road test
It has an improper, expired, or no inspection sticker
Equipment in the vehicle prevents the examiner from reaching the foot or parking brakes
There is a defect or condition that affects the safe operation of the vehicle including poor brakes, a defective parking brake, unsafe tires, unreasonably unclean interior, a fast engine idle or missing seatbelts
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